Product Overview
A pen is useful for jotting down a quick note; this one also gives you a light source and several tools without requiring a separate item for each task. The Rothco Tactical Pen and Flashlight combines a refillable writing pen with a built-in flashlight, interchangeable knife blades, and emergency-oriented attachments in a 6½-inch design.
For everyday use, the writing function remains an important part of the package. The included ink cartridge is refillable, so the pen can continue serving as a writing tool when its ink runs out. A pocket clip gives you a straightforward way to keep it attached to a pocket rather than loose among your other gear. Its aluminum alloy and tungsten steel construction brings sturdy materials to a tool intended for regular handling.
A light and two cutting options
The built-in flashlight is useful when you need a little illumination to read a note or locate an item in low light. It runs on button cell batteries, which are included. For camping, outdoor tasks, or general utility use, having a light alongside your pen can reduce the number of separate small items you need to keep track of.
Rothco also includes two interchangeable knife blades: one serrated and one straight-edge. These provide different cutting-edge styles rather than limiting you to a single blade. In general, a straight edge suits controlled slicing, while serrations can be useful for cutting fibrous material. The interchangeable arrangement lets you select the blade appropriate to the task.
Additional tools in the same carry item
A glass breaker and whistle attachment add functions beyond writing and routine cutting. The whistle provides a way to make an audible signal, while the glass breaker is intended for emergency glass-breaking tasks. A bottle opener rounds out the tool selection with a more everyday convenience.
- Overall length: 6½ inches.
- Construction materials: Aluminum alloy and tungsten steel.
- Power: Button cell batteries included.
- Writing supply: Refillable ink cartridge included.
For someone shopping for an outdoor gift or a multipurpose everyday-carry accessory, the key consideration is its combination of pen, light, and tools. At 6½ inches long, it is worth considering where you plan to clip and carry it alongside the rest of your equipment.
